Chen Dong was taken aback, but he quickly realized that he had no reason to hide it from Elder Lin.
Such a big thing can't be hidden even if you want to.
Moreover, he had originally wanted to get in through Elder Lin's connections, and now the opportunity had arrived.
If I speak out, I might get some guidance from Elder Lin.
He must have known perfectly well that by undertaking subway projects and accepting subcontracting work, just like getting involved in other industries, he wasn't just doing it for his own profit, but more so to do something for the country.
Someone as patriotic as Elder Lin would definitely support him in doing this.
"You even guessed that!" Chen Dong seemed somewhat shocked.
"Hmph, of course it's not a guess."
Lin Lao's words surprised Chen Dong. How did he know that?
Chen Dong then heard the old man continue:
“Longteng Auto is such a big project. You should make a good plan and then hand it over to your subordinates so that they can get some experience.”
"When you came to Yanjing, you didn't make the Longteng Hotel project your priority either. If it weren't for the Han family causing trouble, you wouldn't have gotten involved in any Hong Kong investment."
"So, what exactly is it about Yanjing that attracts you? It must be a huge project!"
Mr. Lin's analysis was thorough and well-reasoned.
Both Chen Dong and Lin Zichang showed surprise on their faces.
However, the two reacted very differently.
Chen Dong was amazed by how well Mr. Lin understood him.
Lin Zichang was even more astonished that Chen Dong didn't seem to care much about the car factory and hotel projects, but instead had his sights set on the subway project.
Most people don't have that kind of courage.
Their scheme is far-reaching!
However, he did not think Chen Dong had much of a chance.
He thought to himself: Such a big project is being done by state-owned enterprises. How can a private company like yours handle it? At this moment, Chen Dong truly felt that Old Lin was very capable, as if Old Lin had seen through him.
He couldn't help but think that the old man was indeed a veteran of war; his insight was unparalleled.
So he replied, "And then you found out?"
"No, I can't think of one right now. After all, the country is developing so fast, there are so many places to make money."
These words confused Chen Dong again. Wasn't that right?
Then, Old Lin continued, "So, I sent someone to investigate."
"You... really are something!" Chen Dong was speechless.
The old man's words almost made him throw up his back.
Originally, he thought the old man really had such amazing reasoning skills.
Lin Zichang was also a little confused. He didn't expect that his grandfather, who was usually quite serious, would be joking around with Chen Dong like this.
Old Lin smiled, a sly smile on his face.
"Hehe, out of curiosity, I had a guess, and then I sent someone to check what you and your men have been focusing on lately. Comparing the two, it becomes clear, doesn't it?"
Chen Dong could only cup his hands in greeting to Elder Lin, “…”
Old Lin casually waved his hand.
Chen Dong asked, "Then do you think I have a chance?"
Old Lin smiled slightly, "Originally, the chances were slim, but now that I know, you have a chance."
"Oh, then I must thank you!"
"Don't thank me yet?" After saying that, Old Lin stared intently at Chen Dong.
Seeing this, Chen Dong sat up straight and asked, "Mr. Lin, do you have any requests?"
He knew that Old Lin was an upright man and would not easily give people preferential treatment.
But if someone is actually offering to give you a chance at this point, then there must be some conditions involved.
As expected, Old Lin nodded in satisfaction upon seeing Chen Dong's reaction.
Then, he said in a serious tone, "I want you to enter the market as a private enterprise and win a subcontract."
Chen Dong nodded solemnly, "Okay, I can accept it."
He was a little confused. What was the big deal? Why was it being emphasized?
In later generations, so many large contractors were privately owned.
I simply allowed it to enter the game ahead of time.
Lin Zichang was somewhat confused.
Although Chen Dong is capable, isn't it a bit too much to ask him to make such a request?
What is there in this that you don't know?
Meeting their gazes, Old Lin slowly began to speak:
"I've analyzed what you told me this morning, and it's true that the proportion of private enterprises will increase, but it will also have a significant impact on state-owned enterprises."
"At the same time, it also has many problems, including its own defects, which the country does not pay much attention to."
"You must run the company well and do a good job on the projects. You need to show all companies what to do, make state-owned enterprises feel a sense of crisis, and give private enterprises something to look forward to and a benchmark to follow."
"So you're saying you're willing to spend a fortune to buy a horse's bones?" Chen Dong understood somewhat.
"Don't underestimate yourself. You are a thoroughbred horse. In this process, your company will be a leader and a pathfinder, a role model for other construction companies. You need to demonstrate what modern enterprise management is all about, and showcase and summarize your company's experience in management, construction, and operation. So, can you do it?"
After speaking, Old Lin stared intently at Chen Dong.
Chen Dong never expected that Old Lin would make such a request of him.
Lin Zichang was also surprised; he knew this would be difficult.
Although the reform and opening up has been going on for more than a decade, many enterprises are still exploring their development and do not have a good understanding of modern enterprise management, let alone establish such a system.
But Lin Zichang didn't expect Chen Dong to reply with a resolute look in his eyes, "Please rest assured, I will definitely do it!"
Chen Dong did not feel pressured; on the contrary, he was eager to try, because this was exactly what he wanted to do.
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